Edward Rendon Park, Austin. Photo by Cesar Garza / Flickr

Federal park funding reaches underserved communities — but more can be done

Research from UCLA and The Wilderness Society finds that with a few key improvements, federal park funds can bring outdoor recreation to more communities
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Urban Heat and Cool Design Facts

Authors: Morgan Rogers and V. Kelly Turner
Collaborators celebrate the unveiling of a new bus shelter in Oasis, California

New shade shelter prototype aims to keep transit riders cool

Community-driven research strives to prevent heat-related illnesses
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Heat waves aren’t going anywhere. Here’s how we can prepare.

UCLA’s V. Kelly Turner takes a multi-pronged approach that emphasizes equitable solutions to this dangerous problem
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Protecting Californians With Heat-Resilient Homes

Guidance for an Equitable and Effective State Strategy

Authors: Michelle Gallarza, Rae Spriggs, Colleen Callahan and V. Kelly Turner
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Protecting Californians from Deadly Heat

Guidance for an Equitable and Effective State Strategy

Authors: Colleen Callahan, Lauren Dunlap, Rae Spriggs and V. Kelly Turner

Most major U.S. cities are underprepared for rising temperatures

A UCLA-led analysis highlights gaps in municipal planning for often-deadly rising temperatures
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California needs a people-focused and equity-driven approach to address extreme heat

New research aims to further inform the state’s heat planning, legislative and budget decisions

Preparing for Extreme Heat in California

Assessing Gaps in State-Level Policies and Funding Opportunities

Authors: J.R. DeShazo and Lolly Lim

Equity-Focused Heat Adaptation Strategies for Los Angeles County

Authors: Hanqing Chu, Jacqueline Adams, Jiaxin Li, and Sarah Goldmuntz